Your stay — Nick Guess House
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The Property — Nick Guess House
Nick Guess House is a straightforward, functional three-star place in Leogane, better for transit or business stays than a holiday. The lobby feels basic and practical — tiled floors, a reception desk with limited English, and a calm, local clientele. Its main draw is proximity to the main road and a quiet, safe street setting about 20 minutes from Port-au-Prince. If you need a clean room and a bed for the night without fuss, it works.
Chronicles of Leogane
Leogane was founded by the Spanish in the early 1500s and became an early, important sugarcane and coffee port under French rule. Much of its colonial-era architecture was levelled by the 2010 earthquake, which destroyed up to 80% of buildings in the city. Since then, reconstruction has been slow, and the city centre retains a flat, workaday look with concrete blocks, corrugated roofs, and few landmarks. Contemporary Leogane is a busy market town and transport hub, known for its informal commerce and as the home of the annual Fête Notre-Dame de l'Assomption in August.
Best Time to Visit
Full Leogane guide →Best months
December through February: cooler, drier days with temperatures around 27°C and low rain, making it easier to move around. Crowds are thin outside Christmas week.
Peak / festival surge
August, when the Fête Notre-Dame de l'Assomption draws Haitian pilgrims and visitors to Leogane, pushing hotel occupancy high. Prices at Nick Guess House typically rise 20-30% during this period, and advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: still mostly dry, temperatures 28-30°C, and hotel rates drop as demand falls. Fewer tourists mean quieter streets and easier navigation.
Weather & packing
Leogane has a pronounced rainy season from April to October, with heavy afternoon downpours that can flood roads. Always pack quick-dry clothes, a rain jacket, and waterproof footwear — even if the forecast looks clear.
Live City Briefing — Leogane
- The main road through Leogane (Route Nationale 2) has ongoing pothole repairs and occasional delays; expect 30-minute detours near the market area.
- Electricity supply remains inconsistent: most mid-range hotels like Nick Guess House run generators during outages, but bring a power bank and a universal adapter.
- The August festival (Fête Notre-Dame) will cause street closures and increased bus traffic from 14-15 August, two weeks after your stay — so this weekend is calm and normal.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nick Guess House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) at the rear of the building, away from Ruelle Alcindor, to minimise street noise and benefit from better airflow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — Ruelle Alcindor is a local road with motorbikes and foot traffic, so those rooms will be noisiest and offer little privacy.
Best views
Limited view options — upper rear rooms may overlook the neighbourhood rooftops or courtyard; expect no sea or mountain vistas given the address on a small side street.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors, especially rooms set back from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Expect motorbike horns and occasional market activity from Ruelle Alcindor during the day; some noise from the hotel's own entrance or common areas on the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. Check if the hotel has a rear courtyard or terrace — if so, request a room with a window onto that, as it's likely quieter than the street side. 2. Leogane is prone to power cuts; bring a small torch or power bank, and ask if the hotel provides backup power for room fans or lights.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Nick Guess House
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; download speed approx 5 Mbps, no login required.
No lift; all guest rooms are on ground floor in single-storey wings.
No newspaper service; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 if room ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged half-night rate.
Free storage on request for day of check-out only.
One step at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; narrow doorways and no grab bars in bathrooms.
Free on-site open parking for up to 6 cars; nearest public car park is 500 m east on Rue Louverture, 50 HTG per hour.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold taken at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: eglise mormont (620 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: American Church (652 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Eglise Lumière de Léogane (739 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Montrial Chapel (883 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Place Anacaona — 786 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sogebank — 760 m · ~10 min walk
st paul — 863 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Haitian Gourde, HTG
Exchange money at banks or licensed cambio booths in Leogane; avoid airport kiosks and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards are rarely accepted outside upscale hotels; bring cash in small denominations for daily purchases.
Tip 10-15% at restaurants; round up taxi fares; small gratuities for hotel staff (50-100 gourdes).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a street vendor costs about 25-50 HTG.
A plate of rice and beans with chicken or fish from a local 'manje kreyol' eatery runs 150-300 HTG.
A main dish at a modest restaurant, like griot or tassot, is 250-400 HTG.
Street food stalls cluster near the market and transport hubs, offering fritay (fried snacks) and grilled meats.
No large supermarket chain; small general stores and the open market supply fresh produce and basics.
The open market in Leogane sells used clothing and affordable fabric; no high-street chains.
Tap-tap shared taxis cost about 25-50 HTG per ride; from the airport, take shared tap-taps to central Leogane for around 100-200 HTG.
Eat at local eateries rather than tourist spots; use tap-taps instead of private taxis; buy fresh produce at the market for self-catering.
Emergency Contacts
LeoganeFor general information or assistance, try contacting the Haitian National Police's Leogane sub-station at +509 2810-0100 or the Leogane Town Hall at +509 2810-0111
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Leogane, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Nick Guess House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sogebank — 760 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · st paul — 863 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Leogane Town → Hôtel Taïna
💡 Wear a helmet and be prepared for a fun, but possibly bumpy ride.
Jacmel Airport (JAK) → Hôtel Taïna
💡 Be sure to negotiate the price before starting your journey.
Jacmel Airport (JAK) → Hôtel Taïna
💡 Make sure to reserve a 4x4 vehicle for the rough roads.
Jacmel Airport (JAK) → Leogane Town
💡 Be prepared for a bumpy ride and crowds during peak hours.
About Leogane
Wikipedia ↗
Léogâne (French pronunciation: [leɔɡan]; Haitian Creole: Leyogàn) is one of the coastal communes in Haiti. It is located in the eponymous Léogâne Arrondissement, which is part of the Ouest Department. The port town is located about 30 km (19 mi) west of the Haitian capital, Port-au-Prince. Léogâne ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Nick Guess House?
Request rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) at the rear of the building, away from Ruelle Alcindor, to minimise street noise and benefit from better airflow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nick Guess House?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — Ruelle Alcindor is a local road with motorbikes and foot traffic, so those rooms will be noisiest and offer little privacy.
Is Nick Guess House noisy?
Expect motorbike horns and occasional market activity from Ruelle Alcindor during the day; some noise from the hotel's own entrance or common areas on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Nick Guess House?
Limited view options — upper rear rooms may overlook the neighbourhood rooftops or courtyard; expect no sea or mountain vistas given the address on a small side street.
What are insider tips for staying at Nick Guess House?
1. Check if the hotel has a rear courtyard or terrace — if so, request a room with a window onto that, as it's likely quieter than the street side. 2. Leogane is prone to power cuts; bring a small torch or power bank, and ask if the hotel provides backup power for room fans or lights.
What time is check-in at Nick Guess House?
Check-in at Nick Guess House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nick Guess House have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; download speed approx 5 Mbps, no login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nick Guess House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Nick Guess House?
A plate of rice and beans with chicken or fish from a local 'manje kreyol' eatery runs 150-300 HTG.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nick Guess House?
Tap-tap shared taxis cost about 25-50 HTG per ride; from the airport, take shared tap-taps to central Leogane for around 100-200 HTG.
When is the best time to visit Leogane?
December through February: cooler, drier days with temperatures around 27°C and low rain, making it easier to move around. Crowds are thin outside Christmas week.
Top Attractions in Leogane
💡 Watch the local life and street performers in the evening.
💡 Ask the curator about the museum's collections and exhibitions.
💡 Be careful of the river's strong currents and watch for local fishermen.
💡 Take a moment to admire the church's stunning architecture and peaceful atmosphere.
💡 Haggle prices and try some local street food, but be prepared to try new and unfamiliar flavors.